Pastry Chef

**About the Role** We're looking for a skilled and creative Pastry Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about baking, pays close attention to detail, and can consistently produce high\-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, and baked goods while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and presentation. **Key Responsibilities** * Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, desserts, breads, cookies, and other baked goods. * Follow standardized recipes while maintaining consistency in quality and presentation. * Decorate cakes and desserts with creativity and precision. * Monitor inventory levels and assist in ordering ingredients and supplies. * Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients. * Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic pastry kitchen. * Operate and maintain baking equipment safely and efficiently. * Develop new dessert items and seasonal specials in collaboration with the management team. * Minimize food waste and control production costs. * Comply with all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards. * Assist with opening, closing, and daily kitchen operations as required. **Qualifications \& Requirements** * 1\+ years of experience as a Pastry Chef or Baker in a bakery, café, hotel, or restaurant. * Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry preparation, and dessert presentation. * Experience with cake decorating, chocolate work, and plated desserts is an advantage. * Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast\-paced environment. * Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. * Good organizational and time management skills. * Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP certification is an advantage). * Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, evenings, and public holidays. * Culinary or pastry certification is preferred but not mandatory with relevant experience. **What We Offer** * Competitive salary. * Staff meals. * Opportunities for career growth and skill development. * Supportive and collaborative work environment. * Employee discounts (if applicable). If you have a passion for creating exceptional pastries and desserts and thrive in a fast\-paced kitchen, we'd love to hear from you. Pay: AED2,500\.00 \- AED2,800\.00 per month Work Location: In person